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Dog-Friendly Cottages for October Half Term Holidays in the UK

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27.10.2026 - 5 nights X
65 rental properties match your search for Pet-Friendly October Half Term Cottages

The following properties match your search criteria but have not supplied up to date availability information, contact them direct to find out if they are available.

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Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Two high quality farm cottages, each with its own private garden and impressive countryside views out towards the Chiltern Hills, just a short distance from Whipsnade Wild Animal Park, Woburn Safari Park and the Dunstable Downs.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
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smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenParking
7 nights from £550
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Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, Powys, Wales
sleeps 8 sleeps 8
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Idyllic traditional log cabin set at the foot of the Berwyn mountain range in glorious open countryside with a large hot tub, private veranda and barbeque, perfectly located to try a number of outdoor pursuits such as mountain biking, hiking and white water rafting.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
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smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree WifigardenBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £360
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Mendham, Harleston, Norfolk, England
sleeps 8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Nestled in a beautiful valley and surrounded by over 250 acres of water meadows in the grounds of one of England’s most historic watermills, these five award winning cottages even have a rowing boat and canoes on site to fully experience the beauty and serenity of this picturesque river valley.

ensuite bedroom(s) river views
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gold award winning cottageTVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenParking
7 nights from £400
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Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, Powys, Wales
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Romantic log cabin with its own private hot tub, nestled by the Berwyn Mountains in Wales.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
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smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree WifigardenBBQParking
7 nights from £480
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Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Comfortable 2 bedroom country cottage nestled in 3 acres of tranquil gardens, discover the best of Nottinghamshire close by with day trips to the riverside town of Newark-on-Trent, Clipstone Forest and Sherwood Forest to name just a few attractions.

ground floor bedroom garden views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottageTVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £625
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Bristol, Bristol, England
sleeps 45 sleeps 45
13 bedrooms 13 bedrooms
7 bathrooms 7 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Historical 14 bedroom holiday house set in an acre of gardens near the heart of Bristol, sleeping up to 50 people in elegant accommodation, ideal for special family get-togethers, birthday parties or special celebrations (hen party bookings may be possible by arrangement).

5 (3 reviews)
ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
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smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifienclosed gardenfireplaceParking
7 nights from £2000
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Mayfield, East Sussex, England
sleeps 36 sleeps 36
16 bedrooms 16 bedrooms
16 bathrooms 16 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Large group accommodation for a country break in East Sussex on the Weald, in award winning country estate offering a secluded and private location for up to 36 people in a range of rural accommodation; on site is a Grade II listed farmhouse, barn conversions, tree houses and shepherd's huts (on-site entertainment includes falconry, archery and cycling, bikes can be hired, ideal for special occasions and corporate events (a private chef and full catering, as well as beauty treatments, are an optional additional service).

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
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smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomsaunafree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £7500
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Honiton, Devon, England
sleeps 3 sleeps 3
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
1 dog welcome 1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

One bedroom stone-built country cottage with its own garden, situated by the Blackdown Hills in Devon with the Jurassic Coast easily accessible for days out, ideal for romantic breaks or for small family holidays with its large bedroom offering enough room for an extra child's bed to be added.

Part of a cottage complex: 1 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 3 people)
countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
£470*
5 nights - 26/10 to 31/10/2026.
Special Offer: 08 Aug - 6 nights
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Velindre, Powys, Wales
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

With lovely country views and a setting by the Black Mountains amongst 200 acres of privately owned woodlands, this is a wonderful rural retreat and a well located private hot tub to the front of the property makes this a fantastic place to relax.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
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TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accesswood burning stoveBBQfirepitParkingenclosed garden
£460*
3 nights - 30/10 to 02/11/2026.
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Swilland, Woodbridge, Suffolk, England
sleeps 10 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Picture-perfect large Suffolk country cottage sleeping 10, with exposed timbers, inglenook fireplace and large gardens, with the added bonus of the coast being within easy reach for day trips.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
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smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
£977*
3 nights - 30/10 to 02/11/2026.
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Whitchurch, Shropshire, England
sleeps 16 sleeps 16
9 bedrooms 9 bedrooms
7 bathrooms 7 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Located in the beautiful Shropshire countryside, Buttercups & Hayloft is a wonderful combination sleeping 16 across two quality cottages and can comfortably dine 16 guests at one long dining table located in Buttercups.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenindoor heated pooltennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
£2407*
1 nights - 30/10 to 31/10/2026.
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Minehead, Somerset, England
sleeps 5 sleeps 5
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
1 dog welcome 1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Sleeps 5 pet-friendly accessible holiday lodge just outside Minehead, enjoying access to excellent onsite leisure facilities with a children’s play area with swings and slide, a putting green and a games room with table tennis, pool table and table football.

Part of a cottage complex: 1 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 5 people)
ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree WifigardenParking
£475*
4 nights - 26/10 to 30/10/2026.
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Whitchurch, Shropshire, England
sleeps 5 sleeps 5
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
1 dog welcome 1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

3 bedroom holiday barn sleeping 5 people in rural Shropshire close to England and Wales border country, enjoying shared access to an indoor swimming pool, a multisports court area with tennis and badminton and a children’s play area for children aged under 5, plus good walks from the farm.

5 (1 reviews)
countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenindoor heated pooltennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
£559*
3 nights - 30/10 to 02/11/2026.
Special Offer: 28 Aug - 3 nights
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Bude, Cornwall, England
sleeps 17 sleeps 17
9 bedrooms 9 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
3 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

Pretty 3 bedroom dog-friendly farmhouse with private bubbly hot tub and access to excellent onsite shared leisure facilities of a swimming pool, tennis court, and games room, located on a farm in Bude, close to the coast and sandy beaches.

Part of a cottage complex: 2 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 21 people)
ensuite bedroom(s) near beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessonsite pooltennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQfirepitParking
£1260*
7 nights - 27/10 to 03/11/2026.
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Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
sleeps 11 sleeps 11
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
6 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 6)
cat friendly cat friendly

Superb 4 bedroom holiday house with excellent location on an Oxfordshire country estate, set in over half an acre of gardens close to the Cotswolds and half an hour's drive from Oxford, complete with a private warm bubbly hot tub and shared access to a Games Barn with a pool table, football table and table tennis, this is a fantastic cottage for family breaks or group holidays such as stag or hen parties.

Part of a cottage complex: 1 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 11 people)
ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
£1500*
3 nights - 27/10 to 30/10/2026.
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* Price quoted is not inclusive of any applicable booking fees or local charges.

Holiday with your dog

Pet-friendly holiday homes with availability for October half term 2025, take your pet pooch on a family holiday in the UK this October term school holidays.

Why Book a Dog-Friendly Break this October Half Term?

For many Brits, dogs are an essential part of the family and leaving them at home in kennels during the school holidays is unthinkable for many. The UK is home to a great selection of pet-welcoming holiday homes nowadays with some properties offering special pup-friendly features like doggy showers, dog beds, and dog bowls, so all of the family can enjoy a break together.

What’s more, Autumn and the October half term holidays can be a great time to get away with the kids and your pet pooch. Enjoy exploring the beautiful countryside and woodland walks with the leaves turning a golden brown, or head to the coast and discover dog-friendly beaches.

Even in cooler months like October, holiday homes with enclosed gardens are popular for stays with your four-legged friend, as are cosy retreats with wood burning stoves and open fires, hot tub breaks and holiday homes with play facilities for keeping the kids entertained.

Book the Best Dog-Friendly October Half Term Holiday for your Family

Whatever type of pets welcome holiday home you opt for, whether a self-catering cottage in the Highlands of Scotland, a hot tub cottage in the South West of England, a thatched rural retreat in Norfolk or a luxury lodge in Pembrokeshire in Wales, we hope you find the best dogs welcome holiday cottage for an October half term getaway for your brood.